Are LOLCats and Internet Memes Art?

Are LOLCats and Internet Memes Art?

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Interactive Video

Business, Architecture, Religious Studies, Other, Social Studies, Arts

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores internet memes as a form of art, drawing parallels with historical art theories from figures like Tolstoy and Aristotle. It discusses the collaborative nature of meme creation and contrasts it with traditional art forms. The video also presents opposing views from philosophers like Kant and Hume, who question the artistic value of memes. Viewer engagement is encouraged through comments and feedback, with discussions on pop culture figures like Miku Hatsune and Lana Del Rey.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways does the text suggest that user-generated culture is similar to Andy Warhol's Factory?

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What is the significance of the collaborative nature of meme creation as mentioned in the text?

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